Shawl

A shawl is a rectangular/triangular/square larger piece of fabric generally draped over the shoulders or wrapped around the body. It is worn for decorative purposes (to accent an outfit or cover bare shoulders in formal attire), religious purposes, or to keep warm. What is a shawl in clothes? The shawl is a generally square or […]

Haps are a particularly warm and simple shawl, usually associated with the Shetland Islands. The word Hap itself is simply Scottish for shawl or wrap. While fine lace shawls are also associated with the Shetland Islands, it is the humble Hap that I think of most often when I think of Shetland shawls. What is […]

Kashmir. Pashmina is an exclusive art of this paradise on Earth. Ever since the reign of Emperor Ashok, Kashmir has been known for producing the most exclusive Pashmina Shawls in the world. Which country is famous for pashmina? KashmirAnd in turn, it is Kashmir, where the best quality Pashmina shawls are found. Pashmina comes from […]

The standard design of Kashmir shawl is the Kani shawl, named after the Kanihama village where it was originally produced. It is distinctive for using a variant of the “twill tapestry technique”, referred to as such because of its similarity to European tapestry weaving techniques. Why are Kashmiri shawl so popular? Originally, shawls were meant […]

Pashmina shawls are woven from the fleece of domesticated, high altitude Himalayan Capra hircus goat. This special species of goat is found in the Himalayan range at high altitudes in Tibet, Ladakh and Nepal. Where are the Pashmina shawls woven single choice? It is these goats which grow Cashmere – the same Cashmere which is […]

The most expensive shawls, called shahtoosh, are made from the under-fleece of the Tibetan antelope or Chiru. Which shawl is expensive? Kashmiri Pashmina is naturally an expensive fibre The raw Cashmere used to make Pashmina shawls has been called the ‘king of fibres’ for a reason since it is the most luxurious and treasured of […]

Kashmiri Pashmina is naturally an expensive fibre The sub-zero temperatures, soaring altitudes, and harsh winds trigger the growth of the diamond fibre, which comes from the downy undercoat of these rare species of goats. What is special about Kashmir shawl? Kashmir shawls are highly prized for their fine wool, skilled weaving and embroidery, and soft […]

For the most efficient storage, fold the scarf lengthwise so that it is five inches or less in width. Then, to avoid wrinkles, roll the scarf into a loose spiral. Store each individual rolled scarf in a single in compartment of a cubed drawer organizer. How do you hang multiple scarves? Basically, you can just […]

This classic accessory can be worn wrapped around your shoulders as a cape or tied around your neck as a scarf. Second, it’s comfortable. The material is super soft and completely wool-free, it’s not itchy at all. How do you wear capes? 6 Ways to Style Your Cape Style it with thigh-high boots. Under a […]

One of the most elegant ways to drape the shawl, all one needs to do is drape it around one shoulder, making sure that the shawl is longer at the front and shorter at the back. The drape works best with traditional outfits like a dhoti-kurta or sherwani. How should a shawl man dress? How […]

Kashmir shawl A portrait of Empress Joséphine wearing a Kashmir shawl and a gown made of Kashmir shawl fabric Type Shawl Material Wool (shahtoosh, pashmina) Place of origin Kashmir Where did the shawl originate from? History. The words “shawl” and “pashmina” come from Kashmir, the nothern region of the Indian subcontinent. Sources report cashmere crafts […]

goat’s wool. The most valuable shawls were the Paisley shawls of the Victorian era which were imported from India and made of woven goat’s wool. Shawls were usually finished with fringe on the ends while more elaborate knotting would produce a lattice effect. What were shawls made of? The majority of the woollen fabrics of […]

The Paisley shawl has its antecedents in the Kashmir shawl, produced in Kashmir since the 11th century, and more intensively in central Asia in the 15th and 16th centuries. In the 18th century, travel and trade saw them brought back to Europe. Why Kashmir shawl is important? In earlier times, shawls were used as a […]

Kullu shawls. These are used to weave shawls and fabric for other clothes to fulfill their own needs or for commercial purposes. Kullu shawls are also an important part of the heritage of Himachal Pradesh due to which state government provides many benefits to weavers so this heritage can flourish and can be preserved. Which […]

a fabric or garment made from pashm, especially a shawl, wrap, or scarf. What is the correct spelling of Pashmina? noun. pash·​mi·​na | ˌpəsh-ˈmē-nə What is Pashmina called in English? Pashmina (/pʌʃˈmiːnə, pæʃ-/, also US: /pɑːʃ-/) refers to a fine variant of spun cashmere, the animal-hair fibre forming the downy undercoat of the Changthangi goat. […]

A shawl (from Persian: شال shāl, which may be from Hindi: दुशाला duśālā, ultimately from Sanskrit: शाटी śāṭī) is an Indian simple item of clothing, loosely worn over the shoulders, upper body and arms, and sometimes also over the head. What is a shawl called in India? The dupattā is a shawl traditionally worn by […]

16th to 18th centuries In 1586, Kashmir was conquered by Babur’s grandson Akbar. In Akbar’s time, a pair of Kashmir shawls were an expected part of khil’at ceremonies. Akbar was also known for his love for shahtoosh shawls. Who brought shawl Kashmir? Zayn-ul-AbidinOne of Kashmir’s oldest traditional crafts, Shawl-making is said to have been introduced […]

A headscarf is a scarf covering most or all of the top of a person’s, usually women’s, hair and head, leaving the face uncovered. A headscarf is formed of a triangular cloth or a square cloth folded into a triangle, with which the head is covered. What religion wears a head wrap? The practice of […]

1. Classic Square Scarf Style Fold scarf into a triangle. Place the folded edge of the triangle along your forehead. Take the two ends back to the nape of neck. Tie in a know above the triangle and continue to a square knot or a bow. How do you wear a head wrap? The easiest […]

Crescent-shaped lace shawl is worked sideways mostly in stockinette with a simple lace edging, and shaped with short rows. The long gentle curve of the shawl means it stays on your shoulders. What is the shawl called that Claire wears in Outlander? Outlander Carolina Shawl A lovely rustic-look garter stitch triangle shawl with stripes on […]